What is the cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Lake Charles?

The cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Lake Charles is to taxi which costs $11 - $13 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alexandria to Lake Charles?

The fastest way to get from Alexandria to Lake Charles is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Alexandria and Lake Charles?

No, there is no direct bus from Alexandria to Lake Charles. However, there are services departing from Boyce, LA and arriving at Lake Charles via Baton Rouge Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Alexandria to Lake Charles?

The distance between Alexandria and Lake Charles is 269 miles. The road distance is 97.4 miles.

How do I travel from Alexandria to Lake Charles without a car?

The best way to get from Alexandria to Lake Charles without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Alexandria to Lake Charles?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Alexandria to Lake Charles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Lake Charles bus from?

Alexandria to Lake Charles bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boyce, LA station.

Where does the Alexandria to Lake Charles bus arrive?

Alexandria to Lake Charles bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Baton Rouge Bus Station.

Can I drive from Alexandria to Lake Charles?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexandria to Lake Charles is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Alexandria to Lake Charles.

Where can I stay near Lake Charles?

There are 123+ hotels available in Lake Charles.

Alexandria to Lake Charles - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Alexandria to Lake Charles by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boyce, LA to Baton Rouge Bus Stationbus Greyhound 2221 / ...
2. Take the bus from Baton Rouge Bus Station to Lake Charlesbus FlixBus 2211 / ...
5h 30m
$59–106
Taxi
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1. Take the taxi from Alexandria to Lake Charlestaxi 96.8 mi
1h 52m
$11–13
Drive 96.8 mi
1. Drive from Alexandria to Lake Charlescar 96.8 mi
1h 52m
$18–26

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Distance: 267.6 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Alexandria, LA, USA and Lake Charles, LA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Alexandria to Lake Charles via Boyce, LA and Baton Rouge Bus Station in around 5h 30m.

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